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New Digital Exhibition Features Story of The Syracuse 8

Saturday, August 28, 2021, By Cristina Hatem

Syracuse University Libraries’ Special Collections Research Center recently released a new digital exhibition titled “A Courageous Stand: The Story of the Syracuse 8.” The Syracuse 8 was a group of Black student-athletes who boycotted the University football program until it…

Campus & Community

Chancellor Kent Syverud Delivers Welcome Message at the New Student Convocation

Friday, August 27, 2021, By News Staff

Chancellor Syverud delivered the following welcome message to new students and their families during the fall 2021 New Student Convocation held Aug. 26 in the stadium. Welcome Everyone! After my very brief remarks, you are going to welcomed by our…

KCTV-5 (Kansas City)

Teacher fights for right to see former special needs student.

Thursday, August 26, 2021, By Lily Datz

Jonathan Martinis, senior director for law and policy in the Burton Blatt Institute, was interviewed by KCTV-5 (Kansas City) for the story “Teacher fights for right to see former special needs student.” Martinis, who has over 20 years of experience…

The Wall Street Journal

Is the Laugh Track in Television Effective Or Just Nostalgic?

Wednesday, August 25, 2021, By Sophie Gomprecht

Robert Thompson, Trustee Professor of radio, television and film and director of the Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture in the Newhouse School, was quoted by The Associated Press, NBC News and CBS This Morning  in coverage of the Jeopardy game host issues,…

Campus & Community

Heading to the State Fair? Here’s What You Need to Know

Wednesday, August 25, 2021, By Matt Michael

Back on campus and looking for something fun to do before the semester gets rolling? After missing last year because of the pandemic, the New York State Fair started Aug. 20 and runs through Labor Day at the New York…

Campus & Community

Resources and Hours During Syracuse Welcome

Wednesday, August 25, 2021, By Shannon Andre

Syracuse Welcome, the University’s new student orientation program for incoming undergraduates, has officially begun. Following their move-in to on-campus housing, new students will participate in a full schedule of social, academic and parent/family activities and programs. Visit the Syracuse Welcome…

Campus & Community

A Look Back at Life in 2003

Wednesday, August 25, 2021, By Jen Plummer

As the University welcomes students from around the globe to its campus, we’re time traveling back to 2003—the year many individuals comprising our incoming Class of 2025 were born. Mostly fueled by the accelerated pace of technological advancement, much has…

STEM

Transdisciplinary Syracuse University Team Awarded Grant to Address the Digital Divide in Central America

Tuesday, August 24, 2021, By Dan Bernardi

The rise of the digital age and widespread use of the Internet have turned web access into an essential utility—similar to water and electricity. In the past year and half, the COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the importance of web connectivity,…

Arts & Culture

Point of Contact Gallery Announces the Opening of ‘Noli Me Tangere’ by Artist Kelvin Burzon

Monday, August 23, 2021, By News Staff

“Noli Me Tangere,” an exhibition by artist Kelvin Burzon, will be on view Aug. 30-Dec. 10 at Point of Contact Gallery. Admission is free and open to the public Mon.-Fri., noon-5 p.m. or by appointment, with proper social distancing and…

Campus & Community

Small Equipment Grants Program Funds 29 Proposals in 2021

Monday, August 23, 2021, By Ellen de Graffenreid

The Office of Research has announced the Small Equipment Grants Program has funded 29 proposals for 2021. The program is designed to strengthen research capacity and capability at Syracuse University. These awards are intended to bridge the gap between major…